Yeah, I had heard that the tikkas were getting to be popular. The two models I have been looking are the Tikka T3 Varmint in either an 30-06 or 7mm Mag and the Tikka T3 Laminated Stainless in the same caliber. Unfortunately, after calling several dealers, they informed me that Tikka did not make these calibers in the Varmint series. But I informed them that they did, it was listed as an special order. I went ahead and called Beretta and they informed me that in the Varmint series, they only offered in production to date was the .223, 22-250, & 308. Beretta said it would possibly be late next year before they actually had the 30-06 or 7mm Mag on the market. What really sucks is that I kinda liked the looks of the Varmint, but I don't want to wait next year. I did see the T3 Lite which looked nice. I'm trying to decide on whether to get the T3 Lite or the Laminated Stainless in either the 30-06 or 7mm Mag. But from what I've seen so far, the prices are unbelieveable for gun you are getting. All the dealers I have talked to told me that they all have received great feedback from their customers. Thanks for the responses.